Well it’s day four being at home.
It hasn’t been very eventful since I’ve been back in Livermore. I’ve been organizing and cleaning mostly, but the days tend to be fairly boring because my brother sleeps till mid-afternoon, my parents work till 5 something, and I’m forced to find something productive to do.
Today, I didn’t have much on my agenda so I decided to read up on Afrikaans, one of the official languages of South Africa. So far I can say “good morning”, “good afternoon”, “good evening”, “good night”, “goodbye”, “what is your name?”, “my name is”, and “where do you come from?”
I’ve also been reading up on the history and tourism of Jeffrey’s Bay. It’s as interesting as it is beautiful. Here are some pictures I found on Jeffreysbay.com for those of you who might be wondering what Africa really looks like. No, it’s not your typical white plains with zebras and elephants around every bend.
Pretty weird, right, that that’s Africa?? If I didn’t know better I’d say it was San Diego or somewhere near.
I’m getting more and more excited with each passing day. I’ve been talking to teammates about plans for Christmas and where we’ll travel to, and asking questions about what everyone else is bringing, and the things that tend to make the day come quicker. In something like a month and 2 days I will be enroute to Africa!!
Goeie Middag, ya’ll
Gorgeous pics! I’m so excited!!
I miss you sooooo much at work!! But I am excited for you and am so glad I get to read about your adventures!! Enjoy your time with your family before you go. By the way….very cute picture of you in the tree!! 😉
sure my spelling is wrong here, but aches lief fer ya! (I love you!)
I agree about how Africa doesn’t look like the stereotype. That’s one of the main things people were shocked at when they saw some of my pictures. That and that there were white “Africans”
I miss everyone!
When you get there give out lots of hugs for me…
LEAH! I’m so excited for you to be one day closer. Just know that you are in our prayers. We missed you at Lifegroup tonight 🙁 I’m so impressed that you’re learning a new language on your own. Way to go! The pictures you posted are beyond gorgeous. You will have an amazing time there I’m sure of it. I hope that the days get less boring, and that you enjoy your time with your family. You are missed by all of us here in Redding!
We miss you at work!!!! Especially me down at the merchant line! You always made me laugh! Hope to keep hearing from you! Hope its not TOO boring where u r….you better not take it for granted cuz u will miss pretty ole cali when ur gone! LOVE YA!
I love you Leah V!!